We get asked this question a lot.​In 2014, The Duluth Superior Film Festival made a rather bold and somewhat scary decision to not charge any admission to our festival film presentations. We had numerous reasons for why we thought this was the correct choice. Much of it was about expanding our audience and providing access to anyone who wanted to engage with the festival. We felt it took away the risk of attending something new and was a reward to those who supported us when we charged admission.

How can we survive doing this? Donations. Donations from people who come and enjoy the festival events. Donations from local business who offer goods, services, and sometimes money. Donations of people's time and energy from our volunteers, donations of engagement and donations of word of mouth. Donations are how we are able to provide a high quality film festival that does not charge admission.PLEASE, IF YOU ENJOY THE FESTIVAL AND YOU WANT TO SEE IT CONTINUE...DONATE.

FESTIVAL BADGE​​Even though every film during the Duluth Superior Film Festival will be free of charge, if you would like to be the first to enter screenings, priority access will be given to anyone who decides to purchase a DSFF All-Access Pass.If you'd like to obtain priority seating, we recommend purchasing a badge: $30.00Festival All-Access Badge entitles its holder the opportunity to be seated prior to the general public.Please note that each film or event has a limited capacity and we strongly recommend purchasing an All-Access Badge in advance to assure priority seating.BADGES ON SALE THIS SPRING!